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Lacey opens online portal for city permits

Lacey is now offering online services for applying for and receiving city permits. In its press release, the city announced its new online portal for contractors and community members 24/7 access … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 7/15/22

Olympia will host a talk on the eviction process on July 19, 2022.

Olympia to host webinar on eviction

Olympia will be holding a webinar on Tuesday, July 19, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. to educate community members on eviction and its process. Partnering with Thurston Thrives, the webinar will feature … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 7/15/22

Housing Programs manager Darian Lightfoot briefed the Olympia council members on two resolutions that addressed encampments during the council meeting held July 12, 2022.

Olympia enters agreement with Washington, other local jurisdictions to address encampments on I-5

The Olympia City Council has adopted two resolutions to address encampments on state rights of way next to Interstate 5. At the council meeting held Tuesday, July 12, Housing Programs … more

By Lorilyn C. Lirio | 7/14/22

The General Government Committee met on July 13 to inquire about an MOU to address homeless people living its right of way.

Tumwater to join Washington in addressing issue of homeless people living in rights of way

Tumwater is set to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Washington state State to relocate homeless people living in rights of way into state-funded housing. The city’s General … more

By Jerome Tuaño | 7/14/22

Congratulations Timberline High School Class of 2022

Timberline High School held its graduation ceremony for its Class of 2022 at Saint Martin's University on June 15 with the seniors' family and friends. North Thurston Public Schools … more

The JOLT Staff | 7/14/22

WLV wants you to know your candidates before going out to vote this coming primary election.

League of Women Voters Thurston County Releases Candidate Forum Videos

The League of Women Voters Thurston County (LWVTC) in conjunction with Thurston Community Media held primary candidate forums for positions with two or more candidates including Legislative District … more

7/13/22

At the Olympia city council meeting held July 12, 2022, Strategic Projects manager Amy Buckler shared with city council members Olympia Strong goal of forming a strategy that can support the community's economic resiliency.

Poverty in Olympia: City program seeks to aid vulnerable individuals

Olympia Strong, a program started during the early months of the pandemic, is continuing as a 12-month city program focused on helping build resiliency for the most economically vulnerable … more

By Lorilyn C. Lirio | 7/13/22 | 1 comment

Congratulations Summit Virtual Academy Class of 2022

Summit Virtual Academy held its commencement ceremony on June 13 at James Koval Center for Performing Arts with the Class of 2022 graduates and their family and friends. North … more

The JOLT Staff | 7/13/22

Congratulations River Ridge High School Class of 2022

River Ridge High School's Class of 2022 marched on June 16 at St. Martin's University's Marcus Pavilion to get their diplomas in front of family and friends. North Thurston Public Schools … more

The JOLT Staff | 7/12/22

Komachin Middle School's FBLA chapter members celebrate after the awarding.

Lacey middle schoolers score wins in national business meet

Komachin Middle School bagged several prizes during the Future Business Leaders of America’s (FBLA) National Leadership Conference, including 1st place in the national organization’s … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 7/12/22

The scales of justice represent the balance between fairness and injustice.

Olympia man allegedly harasses people with knife

An Olympia man was charged with a felony after allegedly threatening multiple people with a knife and later refusing to heed the orders of responding police officers. Tyler Jay Tally, 29, was … more

By Julia Ornedo | 7/12/22 | 1 comment

The map shows the locations of Olympia's proposed neighborhood centers.

Olympia wants feedback on neighborhood centers

Olympia will hold a virtual meeting and two in-person events this month on the recently-concluded market analysis of its neighborhood centers strategy. The virtual meeting will be held on … more

By Lorilyn C. Lirio | 7/11/22 | 3 comments

NTHS graduates walking through a corridor of congratulating underclassmen.

Congratulations! North Thurston High School Class of 2022

North Thurston High School's Class of 2022 claimed their diplomas during their graduation ceremony last June 14 at the Marcus Pavilion at Saint Martin's University in front of their friends and … more

The JOLT Staff | 7/11/22

The Lacey City Council approved a memorandum on July 7, 2022, to join with Olympia, Tumwater and state agencies to create a framework to address homeless individuals living on state rights-of-way.

Lacey joins Washington’s efforts to address homeless camping on state’s rights of way

Lacey is becoming part of the State of Washington's efforts to create a framework to address homeless individuals living within the state rights-of-way during their Thursday, July 7 … more

By JC Medina | 7/11/22 | 1 comment

The City of Lacey proclaimed July as a month for Parks and Recreation with the theme “We Rise Up.”

July is Lacey's Parks and Recreation Month

During its regular meeting Thursday July 7, Lacey proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation month. In its proclamation, the city council said parks and recreation promote the health and wellness of … more

By JC Medina | 7/11/22

This map shows the coverage area of the Hopkins Drainage Ditch District #2 in Thurston County and the community of The Preserve at Tumwater Place.

Neighbors at The Preserve threatened with annexation and a big bill

The little-known Hopkins Drainage Ditch District #2 in Thurston County is seeking up to $380,000 from the owners of homes in The Preserve at Tumwater Place. A hearing that had been set for … more

By Sage Hamilton | 7/8/22 | 2 comments

Congratulations to A. G. West Black Hills High School Class of 2022

A. G. West Black Hills High School celebrated its new batch of graduates with their family and friends this year on June 10 at the Marcus Pavillion. Speakers during the program were Tumwater … more

By The JOLT Staff | 7/8/22

This is the cover of the new Voters' Pamphlet.

Check your mail: Voter's Pamphlets are on their way

Thurston County’s official list of candidates for the primary election on August 2 is arriving now in mailboxes all over the county. Included: a message from Chief Deputy Auditor Diana … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 7/8/22

New Market High School graduates taking the stage.

Congratulations to New Market High School's Class of 2022

New Market High School’s Class of 2022 held its graduation on June 8 with family and friends present. more

By The JOLT Staff | 7/7/22

Potholes along the trail will be repaired on July 11.

Yelm Rainier Tenino Trail to be closed next Monday, July 11

Yelm Rainier Tenino Trail between Manke Road SE and Tipsoo Drive SE will be closed on Monday, July 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for maintenance. According to Thurston County, crews will work on the … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 7/6/22